Want to make a real impact with your online course? This episode goes beyond the launch and explores the profound impact of creating inclusive learning experiences. Discover how prioritizing accessibility can expand your reach, enhance engagement, and align with your values.

Learn how to:

• Understand the "Impact Over Income" philosophy: Prioritize value and create a natural boost in revenue.
• Embrace Universal Design for Learning (UDL): Design flexible learning experiences for everyone.
• Take intentional action towards inclusivity: Implement practical steps to welcome all learners.

Weekly Action Item:

• Reflect on who might be unintentionally excluded from your current course design.
• Identify one or two small changes you can implement this week to make your course and business more inclusive.
• Consider exploring the Accessibility Mini Course for Online Creators: https://digitalcourse.pro/accessibility

Time Stamps:

• 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Accessibility in Online Courses
• 00:43 The Impact of Accessibility on Course Success
• 03:02 Real-Life Examples of Accessibility in Action
• 05:47 Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Principles
• 09:16 Prioritizing Accessibility for Greater Reach and Impact
• 11:58 Taking Intentional Action Towards Inclusivity
• 15:40 Common Misconceptions About Accessibility
• 17:10 Conclusion: Embracing Accessibility as a Smart Business Strategy

Show Resources:

• Check out all podcast episodes and full transcripts (www.digitalcoursecreatorguide.com/podcast)
• Follow me on Facebook (facebook.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) and on Instagram (instagram.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) for daily tips and ideas

Work With Dr. Moira:

• Join Office Hours for support and mentoring to get your digital course done. (https://digitalcourse.pro/Office-Hours)
• Make sure that your content is accessible with The Accessibility Mini Course for Online Creators. (https://digitalcourse.pro/accessibility)

Feeling stuck? Overcome course creation paralysis and finally launch your course! This episode reveals 3 powerful strategies to break free from analysis paralysis, mindset blocks, and overwhelm. Learn how to move from stuck to started and share your expertise with the world.

Learn how to:

• Acknowledge the overwhelm and cognitive distortions: Identify and challenge negative thought patterns.
• Break down the process and get support: Divide tasks into manageable steps and seek community.
• Set realistic goals and celebrate small wins: Use SMART goals and acknowledge your progress.

Weekly Action Item:

• Choose one strategy from this episode to implement today:
• Begin identifying your cognitive distortions.
• Break down your course creation process into smaller tasks.
• Set a SMART goal for your course creation.
• Consider joining the Office Hours group coaching program for ongoing support: https://digitalcourse.pro/officehours

Show Resources:

• Check out all podcast episodes and full transcripts (www.digitalcoursecreatorguide.com/podcast)
• Follow me on Facebook (facebook.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) and on Instagram (instagram.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) for daily tips and ideas

Work With Dr. Moira:

• Join Office Hours for support and mentoring to get your digital course done. (https://digitalcourse.pro/Office-Hours)
• Make sure that your content is accessible with The Accessibility Mini Course for Online Creators. (https://digitalcourse.pro/accessibility)

Launching a course? Don't let legal & technical details derail your success! This episode covers GDPR compliance, email deliverability, and accessibility – essential steps to protect your course and your students. Learn how to avoid headaches and build a sustainable, ethical business.

Learn how to:

• Implement GDPR and ethical email etiquette: Obtain consent, provide opt-outs, and be transparent.
• Improve email deliverability: Authenticate emails, maintain clean lists, and avoid spam triggers.
• Ensure course accessibility: Provide captions, use proper color contrast, and design for keyboard navigation.

Weekly Action Item:

• Choose one of the following to implement this week:
• Review your email opt-in process and privacy policy.
• Check your email authentication settings (DKIM, SPF, DMARC).
• Get started on Accessibility with the Accessibility Starter Kit at https://digitalcourse.pro/accessibility

Show Resources:

• Check out all podcast episodes and full transcripts (www.digitalcoursecreatorguide.com/podcast)
• Follow me on Facebook (facebook.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) and on Instagram (instagram.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) for daily tips and ideas

Work With Dr. Moira:

• Join Office Hours for support and mentoring to get your digital course done. (https://digitalcourse.pro/Office-Hours)
• Make sure that your content is accessible with The Accessibility Mini Course for Online Creators. (https://digitalcourse.pro/accessibility)